UHMWPE

UHMWPE

UHMWPE Sheet Suppliers Melbourne

Plastic for Industry is an experienced UHMWPE sheet supplier.

Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) sheets are well known for their exceptional properties. UHMWPE was first developed in the 1950’s in Europe and began to find applications in many areas by the 1960’s. UHMWPE sheets are characterised by extremely high abrasion resistance, outstanding impact strength and low coefficient of friction, similar to Teflon.

UHMWPE sheets are available in thicknesses from 1 mm to 100 mm and in sheet sizes of 2M x 1M and some larger sizes up to 3M x 2M.

UHMWPE Rod Suppliers Melbourne

We are commitment to supplying high quality UHMWPE Rod manufactured in Europe. Rods are used to manufacture components that require outstanding abrasion resistance, self-lubrication and chemical resistance.

Rods are available in diameters from 10 mm up to 200mm in Natural White,

Black and Green ULTRA.

Key properties of UHMWPE

  • The most abrasive resistant plastic in the world
  • Low coefficient of friction (almost as low as Teflon)
  • Highly resistant to chemicals and solvents
  • High impact strength and self-lubricating 
  • Max working temperature limited to 90*C
  • Extremely low moisture absorption < 0.01%
  • Natural UHMWPE is not suitable for outdoor exposure

Applications using UHMWPE

  • Wear strips under conveyors and Scraper blades
  • Guide rails and rollers in conveyor systems
  • Lining of chutes and hoppers in material handling
  • Black UHMWPE for marine Dock Fenders and bumpers
  • Components used in Food processing equipment
  • Skatepark ramps and agricultural machinery parts
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